Operations Support Volunteer

Operations Support Assistant Volunteer (In-person)

Do you have a strong work ethic? Are you passionate about education and community programs? Be part of a team where you can work for a non-profit organization and make an impact on students to learn more! You can make a difference in the world by giving students the opportunity to access free and affordable educational services!

About York Region Educational Services (YRES): YRES is a not-for-profit organization that provides individuals in York Region and beyond with free and affordable educational resources in a safe and supportive environment that inspires, motivates, and helps set the foundation for personal growth.

About this opportunity: York Region Educational Services (YRES) is dedicated to leading community volunteerism as a proud recipient of Canada's Volunteer Award, through providing a wide range of volunteer positions in communities in the Greater Vancouver Area, Greater Toronto Area, Ottawa, and Alberta. We are looking for an Operations Support Assistant—someone devoted to giving back to their community and making an impact.

The Operations Support Volunteer involves the following roles, which may be involved with the following corresponding tasks:

• Learning about office procedures, workplace practices, and following volunteer managers' guidance
• Assisting with day-to-day office supply organization of donations and program materials (i.e. Lego pieces, office supplies, and event materials)
• With guidance from volunteer manager, organize, label, and track organizational items using a systematic approach, and continuously refine this process for ongoing improvement
• Collaborating with other volunteers on assigned projects
• Adapting to various tasks that support the YRES mission

Please note: tasks are subject to change

Benefits:

• Develop and enhance transferrable soft skills like leadership, teamwork, and communication
• Gaining professional workplace experience by connecting with staff
• Gain experience and volunteer hours that you can put on your resumé
• Free training
• Free networking opportunities

Requirements:

• Age Range: 12 - 30
• Passionate about volunteering and open to learning new skills

We're looking forward to meeting you! Please submit your application at https://yorkeducation.org/volunteer/

Assets:

• Fluency/high proficiency in a language other than English
• Previous volunteer experience

Thank you for your interest in our organization! We are a non-profit organization dedicated to providing cost-effective and accessible resources to the community. Our mission is to create a secure, nurturing space that inspires personal growth and fosters positive change. To learn more and become part of our community, please visit our website at https://yorkeducation.org/

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible volunteer experience. If you require any accommodations during the volunteer application or onboarding process, please contact volunteer@yorkeducation.ca. We are happy to work with you to ensure you feel supported throughout the process. We look forward to having you join our volunteer team!